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Banana Cream Cheese Muffins

Banana Cream Cheese Muffins That Will Make Your Mornings Bright

Delightful Banana Cream Cheese Muffins that are moist and flavorful, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for the best rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Works with baking soda to create a light, airy texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 3 pieces Over-Ripe Bananas The star ingredient.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to use regular sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Can be swapped with granulated sugar.
  • 1 piece Large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps muffins moist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract is best.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts can be used as a substitute.
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
  • 1 piece Egg Yolk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for cream cheese mixture)
  • 1 tablespoon Milk (optional) Use to thin the cream cheese mixture if too thick.

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spoon or ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Cream Cheese Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, mash the bananas and mix in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined, then fold in chopped pecans.
  5. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth. Add milk if necessary.
  7. Spoon cream cheese mixture onto each muffin, swirling it into the batter with a toothpick.
  8. Bake for 16-18 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan.
  9. Transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing. Keep an eye on baking time to avoid overbaking.

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